Since restrictions due to the covid epidemic were lifted here in the Canary Islands, normal service of our local tradition of fiestas has now resumed.
Someone once said to me, "There's always a reason to party here in the Canaries, we have many to commemorate, firstly we have Our lady, followed by the saints, farmers and fishermen." This explanation I can now confirm is accurate and true.
Fiestas are a time for friends, neighbours and family to gather together eat food, drink local wine and dance the night away.
On the 24th, El Baño de Las Cabras takes place in, Puerto de la Cruz. Shepherds bring their goats and horses to the harbour of the city, to bathe them in the Atlantic Ocean. This annual event is both a purification and fertility ritual, and while slightly bizarre to many, it is definitely a crowd pleaser.
I just love these islands, the people and the traditions. I've included some pictures of the fantastic cuisine you can find here and of course I couldn't forget about the goats.
Have a great day.
⌗Tenerife ⌗Food ⌗Tapas ⌗wine ⌗Fiestas
